Supply Chain

Ottawa, ON

18018BR

About the role

This position will interface directly with the Industrial Development teams to build and strengthen relationships with Canadian Suppliers. Additionally this position will work with the Industrial Development team to identify and capitalize opportunities to satisfy LM's Industrial and Technological Benefits (ITB) obligations in Canada.

This position plays a pivotal role in overseeing the lifecycle of supply chain and end-to-end operations. It orchestrates and optimizes the supply chain lifecycle from Industrial Development, to Procurement to Distribution and Sub-Contracting.

• May manage subordinate teams overseeing sub-contractors or critical sub-contracted systems for all contract types and programs.
• Directs and manages all costs, quality, schedule, financial and technical performance requirements that are levied on the sub-contractor or the product family and is required to ensure performance and support of the contract milestones of the system.
• Develops sourcing and sub-contract program management strategic plans that address overall program capture needs and execution.
• Makes decisions affecting the performance of the sub-contractor.
• Establishes milestone objectives and manages performance to committed schedules and contractual specifications.
• The role plays a pivotal part in ensuring seamless coordination from material procurement to final product delivery within production facilities.
• The role is also responsible for assuring compliance with acquisition regulation throughout the Canadian Supply Chain.
• Develops and executes strategic plans, fostering cross-BA integration, supplier relationships, enhancing process efficiency and focusing on optimizing processes and supply needs.
• Responsible for the successful operation of activities of major significance to the organization. Rarely becomes involved in the daily operational activities. Is more concerned with developing and managing overall budgets, schedules, and performance standards for the organization.
• Work is reviewed in terms of meeting the organization's objectives, schedules, and financial goals.
• Establishes operating policies and procedures that affect organizational units. Interprets, executes, and recommends modifications to organizational policies.
• Decisions would affect the financial, employee, public-relations posture, and operational performance of the company.
• Erroneous decisions or recommendations would result in failure to achieve major and critical goals and objectives of the organization.
• Any other duties, as required.

What you bring to the role

• Qualification from an accredited university in a related discipline from a recognized institution, and/or equivalent experience / combined education, including extensive professional experience (at an expert level).
• Qualification in purchasing and/or supply chain management.
• In-depth understanding of supply chain principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Familiarity with industry-specific regulations, compliance requirements and emerging trends.
• Significant experience leading, managing, developing and motivating multi-disciplinary commercial or contract management teams across multiple sites.
• Significant experience in negotiation and resolution of highly-complex issues to achieve a positive, commercially- focused outcome.
• Significant experience within a Public Safety, Intelligence, or Defence industry.
• Significant experience working with Defence capability development processes and Defence acquisition practices.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver against requirements, schedules, and budgets in a highly complex or high-risk environment.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian Risk Management.
• Strong knowledge of ISO 9001 (Quality Systems).
• Significant experience with bids, proposal, and business development activities.
• Significant experience drafting Request for Information / Quotes / and Tender artifacts.
• Advanced understanding of the interactions between programs and the engineering disciplines, finance, commercial, support and quality areas.
• Advanced understanding of the interfaces between Programs and the Systems Engineering Lifecycle.
• Utilization of a range of Project Management tools and methodologies with a high degree of competence, including experience developing new program plans and delivery methods.
• Current knowledge of export / import regulations.

Additional skills desired for the role

• Relevant certification(s) and / or professional membership(s).
• Exceptional communication skills (verbal, written, and presentation) including an ability to prepare and present concise oral and written reports, briefings, updates and other documentation, and represent the organization externally on significant matters.
• Highly advanced ability to break down complex issues into understandable components and interface effectively with management and staff at all levels.
• Highly advanced leadership and relationship-building skills with the ability to manage through influence and form creative partnerships to identify issues, drive innovation, and obtain consensus effectively in order to achieve business objectives.
• Proven ability to operate and manage virtually within a matrix organization, with the ability to drive and implement change.
• Broad strategic thinker, with the ability to bridge from strategy to actionable objectives, actions, and progress metrics though critical thinking, intelligence and curiosity.
• Proven ability to demonstrate an outstanding degree of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness.
• Highly-advanced business acumen, including the ability to investigate, comprehend, and interpret complex business challenges, and think and act both strategically and tactically.
• Exceptional ability to effectively manage multiple, concurrent activities, while understanding and managing priorities, dependencies, and risk.
• Exceptional ability to make risk management decisions based on business requirements.
• Ability to achieve results and influence those outside of direct area of control.
• Exceptional drive, flexibility, resilience, teamwork, and ability to deal with ambiguity.
• Proven ability in shaping the future, delivering results, modeling personal excellence, and energizing teams.

What we offer you

We walk our talk when it comes to work/life balance! Your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment, this is what you can expect when you join our team as a Regular Full-Time employee:

• Flexible, compressed work schedules, depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off, as well as the possibility to work remote part-time
• Competitive compensation
• Time to recharge with vacation, personal days, holidays, and parental leaves
• Comprehensive Family Medical, Dental and Vision coverage available on your first day of employment, along with:
  • Virtual Health Care (24/7 access to medical professionals)
  • A Wellness Spending Account to aid in your wellness journey
  • Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) which includes free face to face counselling sessions
  • Medical Travel Insurance
  • Onsite fitness facilities at our main office locations
• A Registered Retirement Savings Plan that includes matching company contributions on your first day of employment, that also includes access to Financial Advisors providing investment advice and comprehensive financial planning
• Employee discounts to save on goods, services and various recreational activities
• Access to a robust spectrum of development resources to enhance your skills and/or advance your career including:
  • Free learning resources through a modern and engaging platform
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Reimbursement for a professional membership
  • Self-directed Mentoring

About us

Headquartered in Ottawa, Lockheed Martin Canada is the Canadian unit of Lockheed Martin Corporation, a global defense technology company driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery. Our all-domain mission solutions and 21st Century Security® vision accelerate the delivery of transformative technologies to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready. We operate major facilities in Ottawa, Montreal, Halifax, Calgary and Victoria and work on a wide range of programs from advanced naval technology products, aircraft sustainment, and unmanned systems software. This position is part of the corporate enterprise operations team supporting all Lockheed Martin business areas and interests across Canada.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lockheed Martin is committed to upholding principles of equal opportunity, fostering a work environment that is aligned with our core values of integrity, respect, and exceptional performance. We recognize the importance of leveraging the unique talents and experiences of all our employees to drive innovation, deliver superior solutions, and maximize value for our customers. Our focus is on identifying the most qualified candidate for each role, regardless of their background. If you are interested in a position, we invite you to share how your skills and perspectives could bolster our team and encourage you to apply, even if you feel your qualifications do not fully meet all the job criteria outlined in our advertisement. Furthermore, Lockheed Martin is dedicated to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive for all individuals. We are prepared to accommodate reasonable adjustments for applicants as needed.

Employee Type

Full Time

Vacancy Type

Permanent

Security requirement for this role

Controlled Goods Program

Clearance required for role

Nato Secret